Instructions
Take the medicine with 250 mL (1 cup) of water.
Sit or stand upright for 10 minutes after taking the medicine. Do not lie down.
You may take with food to prevent stomach upset.
To relieve dry mouth, chew gum, suck on hard candy/ice chips, drink extra water, or use a saliva substitute.
This medicine will work best if you take it at about the same time every day.
Store at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture. Do not keep in the bathroom.
Drink plenty of water while on this medicine.
Avoid drinks with caffeine while on this medicine.
Do not take antacids 1 hour before or 1 hour after taking this medicine.
If you forget to take a dose on time, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, do not take the missed dose. Return to your normal schedule. Do not take 2 doses at one time.
Drug interactions can change how medicines work or increase risk for side effects. Tell your health care providers about all medicines taken. Include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal medicines. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist before starting or stopping any medicine.
Tell your doctor if symptoms do not get better or if they get worse.
Talk to your doctor before taking other medicines, including aspirins and ibuprofen containing products. Speak to your doctor about which medicines are safe to use while you are on this medicine.
Brand Name(s): Phosphasal, Urelle, Uretron DS, Urimar Reformulated Oct 2013, Utira
Generic Name: Hyoscyamine/Methenamine/Methylene Blue/Phenyl Salicylate/Sodium Phosphate, Monobasic, Hyoscyamine/Methenamine/Methylene blue/Phenyl salicylate/Sodium phosphate
Cautions
This medicine is not recommended for use in children younger than 6.
IMPORTANT: Children and teenagers should not use this medicine if they have cold and flu symptoms or chickenpox.
Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine.
Some patients taking this medicine have experienced serious side effects. Please speak with your doctor to understand the risks and benefits associated with this medicine.
Do not use the medication any more than instructed.
If possible, avoid using with marijuana or other medicines that can cause dizziness or drowsiness. These include allergy/cold products, muscle relaxers, sleep aids, and pain relievers.
Your ability to stay alert or to react quickly may be impaired by this medicine. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medicine will affect you.
If you drink alcohol regularly, please speak with your doctor.
Avoid smoking while on this medicine. Smoking may increase your risk for stomach bleeding.
Avoid becoming overheated during exercise or other activities. Try to stay cool in hot weather.
This medicine passes into breast milk. Ask your doctor before breastfeeding.
This medicine can hurt a new baby in the womb. If you become pregnant while on this medicine, tell your doctor immediately. Your doctor may switch you to a different medicine.
Do not share this medicine with anyone who has not been prescribed this medicine.
Side Effects
The following is a list of some common side effects from this medicine. Please speak with your doctor about what you should do if you experience these or other side effects.
- blurry vision
- constipation
- changes in the color of the urine or stool
- dizziness or drowsiness
- nausea and vomiting
Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects:
- bleeding or bruising
- chest pain
- coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds
- pain in the eye
- feeling of heat or flushing
- fever
- severe or persistent headache
- fast or irregular heart beats
- signs of kidney damage (such as change in urine color or bubbly urine)
- sensitivity to light
- signs of liver damage (such as yellowing of eye or skin, dark urine, or unusual tiredness)
- sore or stiff neck
- dark, tarry stool
- sweating
- difficulty or discomfort urinating
- blurring or changes of vision
- severe or persistent vomiting
A few people may have an allergic reaction to this medicine. Symptoms can include difficulty breathing, skin rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical help quickly.
Please speak with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have any questions about this medicine.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This document tells you briefly how to take your medicine, but it does not tell you all there is to know about it. Your doctor or pharmacist may give you other documents about your medicine. Please talk to them if you have any questions. Always follow their advice.
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